Senior Architect - Construction Supervision Lead

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced Senior Architect - ID (Construction Supervision) to oversee architectural design implementation and on-site supervision for major projects.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure quality and safety compliance, manage BIM documentation, and coordinate with authorities to secure permits. A minimum 15 years in supervision of large-scale projects in the Middle East is required, with PE/CE membership preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' demonstrable experience in supervision and project administration of architectural works in large-scale Middle East projects.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale commercial and residential developments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site construction activities per approved designs.
• Conduct site inspections and audits for codes and safety.
• Prepare and review construction docs including BIM.
• Resolve design issues with contractors and clients.
• Lead and mentor construction supervision teams.
• Monitor schedules, budgets and resources.
• Analyze methods and suggest workflow improvements.
• Maintain daily reports and compliance records.
• Coordinate permits with local authorities.
• Identify challenges and mitigate delays and overruns.

Skills

Construction supervision

Project management

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Architectural engineering degree

Tools

BIM

AutoCAD

Job description

AECOM in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced Senior Architect - ID (Construction Supervision) to oversee architectural design implementation and on-site supervision for major projects.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure quality and safety compliance, manage BIM documentation, and coordinate with authorities to secure permits. A minimum 15 years in supervision of large-scale projects in the Middle East is required, with PE/CE membership preferred.